Kitbag: cycling

Clockwise from top: Lumatwill Cape, Sawako Furuno Helmet, Brooks Hoxton Basket, Pashley Sonnet Bliss and Cherry Pine Deluxe Shopper

Pashley Sonnet Bliss

Hand-built in Statford-upon-Avon, this gorgeous claret-and-ivory bicycle has five gears, dynamo lighting and a frame-fitting lock. Pashley.co.uk, available from Bobbinbicycles.co.uk, £595

Cherry Pine Deluxe Shopper

This chic, 1940s-inspired satchel simply clips on to the bicycle’s rear rack and, when removed, doubles up as a great day bag. £40, Cyclechic.co.uk

Lumatwill Cape

This beautifully tailored cape has reflective Lumatwill yarn sewn into the fabric, alerting traffic to your presence by night. Made to order by Dashing Tweeds & Hardy Amies, £400, dashingtweeds.co.uk

Sawako Furuno Helmet

Sawako Furuno’s bike helmets are feminine yet urban, printed with Japanese-inspired graphics. Ran, £68, at cyclefashion.co.uk

Brooks Hoxton Basket

Cleanly designed with a metal frame, wooden base and leather grip, this roomy basket is perfect for a weekend trip to the farmers’ market. €125, Brooksengland.com